Lawmakers demand answers after wild animal is captured in US and taken to Abu Dhabi: 'Traumatic experience'

Lawmakers demand answers after wild animal is captured in US and taken to Abu Dhabi: 'Traumatic experience'

Earlier this summer, a disturbing video showing a giant manta ray being captured off Florida's coast sparked outrage among residents, conservationists, and lawmakers, reported Tampa Bay Times. The clip revealed contractors hauling the massive animal onto a boat, with onlookers yelling in protest. Now, elected officials are demanding answers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) — and calling for reform. View this post …